court
court · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
A tribunal for administering justice.
- 2.
To seek the favor or affection of.
- 3.
The residence of a sovereign or royal retinue.
- 4.
To risk or invite.
- 5.
An area for playing certain sports.
- 6.
A quadrangle surrounded by buildings.
Forms
plural: courts
Phrases & expressions
- •go to court — to take legal action
- •hold court — to preside; to be the center of attention
- •out of court — settled without trial
- •court of law — a judicial body
- •basketball court — a playing surface for basketball
- •kangaroo court — an unfair or biased trial
Related words
Etymology
From Latin "cohors" meaning enclosed yard or retinue, via Old French "cort."